John Lee Hooker – The Healer

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John Lee Hooker’s The Healer from Analogue Productions, 180-gram 45 RPM double LP.

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John Lee Hooker – The Healer

John Lee Hooker - The Healer

John Lee hooker – The Healer is a critically acclaimed album by the legendary blues musician John Lee Hooker.

Released in 1989, it stands as a testament to Hooker’s profound influence on the genre and his ability to evolve his sound while staying true to his roots.

The album showcases his distinctive guitar style, gritty vocals, and masterful storytelling, creating an immersive and emotionally charged musical experience.

The Healer features an impressive array of guest artists, each bringing their unique talents to the table.

Renowned musicians such as Carlos Santana, Bonnie Raitt, Robert Cray, Canned Heat, and Los Lobos join forces with Hooker, creating a rich tapestry of blues, rock, and soul.

On the title track Hooker’s deep, resonant voice combined with Santana’s searing guitar work creates an unforgettable blues anthem that speaks to the power of music as a healing force.

The lyrics are introspective, introspective, and poignant, reflecting on the struggles of life and the solace found in the blues.

Throughout the album, Hooker explores a range of themes, from love and loss to societal issues and personal introspection.

Tracks like “I’m in the Mood” and “Baby Lee” exude a raw sensuality, showcasing Hooker’s ability to infuse his music with passion and desire.

Meanwhile, songs like “Cry Baby” and “The Healing Game” delve into deeper emotional territory, capturing the pain and resilience of the human spirit.

Hooker was 73 years of age when The Healer came out and earned his first — of many future — Grammy accolades, winning Best Traditional Blues Recording for “I’m In The Mood.”

This edition features lacquers cut by Bernie Grundman, and pressing on 180-gram vinyl at Quality Record Pressings, for superior sound.

With its exceptional musicianship, thought-provoking lyrics, and powerful collaborations, The Healer remains a standout album in John Lee Hooker’s discography.

Track List: John Lee Hooker – The Healer

1. The Healer
2. I’m In The Mood
3. Baby Lee
4. Cuttin’ Out
5. Think Twice Before You Go
6. Sally Mae
7. That’s Alright
8. Rockin’ Chair
9. My Dream
10. No Substitute

Brand

Analogue Productions

Analogue Productions It was in 1992 that Acoustic Sounds owner Chad Kassem reissued his first Analogue Productions title, Virgil Thompson's The Plow That Broke The Plains, originally on Vanguard. Analogue Productions began as a vehicle for Kassem to license his favorite all-time recordings and reissue them as remastered and as a superior version to the original release. Since its inception AP has reissued hundreds of titles, ranging from classical to folk, pop, rock, blues and jazz. Included in the many highlights of Analogue Productions' history are the Fantasy 45 Jazz Reissues, the Blue Note Reissues, and premium box sets of the music of such legendary acts as The Doors, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Nat "King" Cole and Norah Jones. True to its name, Analogue Productions works with the original analogue master tapes - more than any other reissue label! The result is superior sound - richer, warmer and more lifelike, than digital.

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